A fantasy artist with a funny-looking last name. The first part of my last name is Japanese while the second part is Danish with the W pronounced as a V and the two 'f's being silent. *confusing* It sounds just like 'view', actually.

Like many self-representing artists out there, my Etsy shop is one of many places where I sell my art, although the nature of this shop makes it very different from all the others since customer service and merchandising are hands-on and personal. It was my daughter who suggested that I sell my art on Etsy. I was reluctant at first. It all just seemed like so "labor intensive" and daunting to deal with taking photos, writing item descriptions, and handling packing and shipping after having gotten out of doing it almost a decade ago. Though I have to say that I'm glad to be able to give a personal touch in all of my transactions here. I didn't realize at first, but I've come to understand that being able to have direct contact/communication with customers means a lot to me.

The shop was off to a slow, but encouraging start, which was good to ease me back into the routine of it all. The gradual growth also helped me streamline and refine my branding, packaging, and shipping. It's all been a fun experience. I am very happy and feel blessed to be able to say that my Etsy shop has become my 'passion-based freedom business'!

The shop has grown about 20 times in number of listings. I now offer my line art in digital stamp instant downloads. It is the fastest growing section in my shop. Having been denied coloring books as a child (My mother cited some "experts" saying that coloring books hindered a child's creativity with pre-made lines...), I totally understand the joy and fun of coloring (It's my favorite phase of illustration work, too!), and it's a delight for me to be able to share my line work with crafters out there through my digi's. I'm very happy to say that I have "met" many new wonderful customers/collectors, and made new friends. Etsy has become one of my favorite places to spend my time on. I look forward to reaching more people and making new friends.

Official Site -- http://www.AuroraWings.com
Artist Fan Page -- http://www.facebook.com/FantasyArtofMitzi
Artist Blog -- http://www.AuroraWings.blogspot.com

AW Digi Fan Group -- http://www.facebook.com/groups/StampsByAuroraWings
AW Digi Fan Page -- http://www.facebook.com/StampsbyAuroraWings

<<< Special Invitation to the Digital Stamp Customers >>>
Come join our monthly challenge at Aurora Wings FB group! We have games and other contests for special occasions, too. Please show off (=share) your proud creations or coloring with AW images at the group. We love to feast our eyes on lovely things!
http://www.facebook.com/groups/StampsByAuroraWings
I would love to see you there! :D

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